Wild Outside
Around the World with Survivorman
Published on 22. April 2021
Book
Paperback/Softback
104 pages
978-1-77321-507-5 (ISBN)
Description
Join TV's Survivorman on twelve edge-of-your-seat adventures as he proves anyone can be an outdoor explorer.
From surviving a frigid night in northern Canada to munching on grubs in the Australian Outback, Les Stroud's passion for the outdoors has driven him to some of the planet's most remote and beautiful locations. In Wild Outside, he invites readers into his world of wilderness adventures with fast-paced
stories, nature facts, and practical advice for spending time outside. Featuring kid-friendly activities and tips like how to safely observe wildlife, Stroud shows readers that adventure awaits everywhere-whether in a jungle or a city park. Andrew P. Barr's dramatic illustrations amp up the excitement alongside photos of Survivorman's adventures.
From surviving a frigid night in northern Canada to munching on grubs in the Australian Outback, Les Stroud's passion for the outdoors has driven him to some of the planet's most remote and beautiful locations. In Wild Outside, he invites readers into his world of wilderness adventures with fast-paced
stories, nature facts, and practical advice for spending time outside. Featuring kid-friendly activities and tips like how to safely observe wildlife, Stroud shows readers that adventure awaits everywhere-whether in a jungle or a city park. Andrew P. Barr's dramatic illustrations amp up the excitement alongside photos of Survivorman's adventures.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Ontario
Canada
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 8 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 239 mm
Width: 175 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
506 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-77321-507-5 (9781773215075)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Les Stroud's work as a filmmaker, author, and musician has been celebrated around the globe. Credited with creating the survival TV genre, Les remains a prolific artist focused on celebrating nature.
Andrew P. Barr is an illustrator and graphic designer living on the outskirts of Toronto, Ontario. His illustrations have appeared in national newspapers and magazines, and on books, T-shirts, rock 'n' roll album covers, and movie posters.
Andrew P. Barr is an illustrator and graphic designer living on the outskirts of Toronto, Ontario. His illustrations have appeared in national newspapers and magazines, and on books, T-shirts, rock 'n' roll album covers, and movie posters.
Content
Your Introduction to Adventure
Part 1: PREPARE
Chapter 1: Slip-Sliding My Way into Hypothermia
Chapter 2: High-Speed Moose Chase
Chapter 3: That's not an Egg!
Part 2: OBSERVE
Chapter 4: Here, Kitty, Kitty
Chapter 5: The Christmas Snails
Chapter 6: Foggy Brain Syndrome
Part 3: REACT
Chapter 7: Come and Find Me!
Chapter 8: Eye of the Jaguar
Chapter 9: Night of the Mini-Vampires
Part 4: ADAPT
Chapter 10: A Tale of Two Grubs
Chapter 11: Sleeping with the Cockroaches
Chapter 12: The Coldest Night of the Year
Epilogue to Adventure
Special Thanks
Acknowledgments
Further Reading
Part 1: PREPARE
Chapter 1: Slip-Sliding My Way into Hypothermia
Chapter 2: High-Speed Moose Chase
Chapter 3: That's not an Egg!
Part 2: OBSERVE
Chapter 4: Here, Kitty, Kitty
Chapter 5: The Christmas Snails
Chapter 6: Foggy Brain Syndrome
Part 3: REACT
Chapter 7: Come and Find Me!
Chapter 8: Eye of the Jaguar
Chapter 9: Night of the Mini-Vampires
Part 4: ADAPT
Chapter 10: A Tale of Two Grubs
Chapter 11: Sleeping with the Cockroaches
Chapter 12: The Coldest Night of the Year
Epilogue to Adventure
Special Thanks
Acknowledgments
Further Reading